Flying from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to Panama City: what you need to know
The timezone in Panama City is UTC-5. The city is 2 hours behind Halifax, where Halifax Stanfield International Airport is located.
To ensure you catch your flight from YHZ to Panama City, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
You won't need a visa for Panama if you hold a passport from Canada and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before organising your cheap tickets from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Panama City, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
Located around 32 kilometres from central Halifax, YHZ can be reached in approximately 29 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 9 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Panama City? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to YHZ:
How to find the cheapest flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to Panama City
R 5,692 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Panama City. Return flights start at R 11,914. These fares can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from YHZ to Panama City, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for a ticket from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Panama City.
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Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to the centre of Panama City is around 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to PTY if you're taking a late flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Panama City. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
The centre of Panama City is about 2 kilometres from Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC). After your flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Panama City has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 6 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 24 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near PAC. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from YHZ to Panama City at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Panama City
June is the busiest month for flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Panama City. To avoid the crowds, visit Panama City in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Panama City is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Panama City in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from YHZ to Panama City in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Panama City
After locking in your flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Panama City, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Panama City:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Panama Canal Museum, Casco Viejo and Cinta Costera are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Panama City itinerary.
Complete your Panama City trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Panama City and explore the city at your leisure. Easily compare options in one go to find the perfect set of wheels once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Panama City.
